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Jill West has worked for several major hospitals, including UCSF Medical Center, Joslin Diabetes Center and UC Davis Medical Center. As an author and nutrition coach, Jill has worked with adults, ...

Lauren Manaker is an award-winning registered dietitian, book author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She has been practicing dietetics since 2004, and has worked in a wide variety of settings. She earned ...